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Jillian is a hardworking and dependable member of our team, bringing her years of experience to serve our spaces by assisting clients, supporting her coworkers, or helping wherever she’s needed. Jillian always takes initiative and approaches her work with a positive, can-do attitude.

In addition to her front desk role, she has recently joined the team at The Den at Hush as a bartender. In 2025, Jillian began pursuing a degree in radiology.

Outside of work, Jillian enjoys traveling and spending time caring for her nieces and nephews. Her dedication, reliability, and genuine willingness to help make her an invaluable part of our spa family, and we are grateful to have her on our team.

Deylin has been part of our Eliana Spa family for several years, bringing over a decade of customer service experience and a deep knowledge of our business and what our therapists provide. She makes every client feel welcome with her cheerful personality and a smile upon arrival. Deylin creates a friendly and inclusive environment for all guests, including Spanish-speaking guests.

Recently married to a long-lost friend and having recently welcomed their baby girl, she cherishes her family time and also loves traveling and weightlifting.

Susan brings warmth, intuition, and a welcoming presence to everything she does. As Hush’s Director of Front Desk Operations, she supports our guests and team while helping daily operations run smoothly. You’ll also find her behind the bar at The Den, where she bartends and assists with bar operations, bringing that same care and connection to every guest experience.

Susan also sees clients at Eliana Spa as an intuitive practitioner, drawing on over a decade of studying and practicing energetic and metaphysical modalities. Through Astrology, Tarot, and Reiki, she brings depth, insight, and presence to sessions tailored to each individual—no two are ever the same. To book a session with Susan, email:venusianwavesg@gmail.com.

Outside of work, Susan enjoys podcasting, practicing yoga, spending time with her kitties, and getting in a good workout at the gym.

Lisa has been working in the skincare industry for nearly a decade, during which time she has gained knowledge and experience in all aspects of the skin. Since graduating from The International Institute of Cosmetology, she continues her education with postgraduate courses and certifications.

To ensure her clients are getting the latest in products and services, her ongoing studies include certifications in Dermaplaning, FarmHouse Fresh Certified Therapist, The Eminence Organic Skin Care Master Class, and Saian Technique and Treatment on Acne and Candidiasis. She is also trained as a HydroPeptide Skincare Specialist and Hydrafacialist, and recently in Procell Therapies Microchanneling procedures, as well as waxing.

As a skincare therapist, educating her clients on their skin is one of the most important aspects of her career. Lisa believes that by providing her clients with the tools and knowledge, she can help each individual reach their skincare goals.

In her downtime, Lisa loves to spend time with her family, go to the beach, find a random antique shop to explore, and she is always looking for that perfect cup of coffee.

Vanessa Segal has over 25 years of experience in this amazing industry. As a native of South Africa, her training and certifications are from South Africa and abroad, including a diploma from CIDESCO in Switzerland, the world’s most prestigious spa and beauty certification authority for aesthetics and beauty therapy.

After living in the US for 22 years, she is also CT licensed and specializes in all skincare, including microdermabrasion and peels, waxing, lash lifts, eyebrow and lash tinting, and eyebrow shaping, as well as relaxation treatments to stimulate lymph circulation and promote a wonderful feeling of relaxation.

Olivia has been an esthetician for over 11 years. She has a wealth of knowledge about skincare, with extensive training in facials, skincare, waxing, and eyelash extensions. She is a Certified Borboleta Eyelash Extension Artist and is very passionate about what she does.

Olivia is also a Licensed Massage Therapist in California and has spent many years relaxing the California spa crowd.

Olivia is a California girl at heart, still getting used to the unpredictable weather here on the East Coast. She loves working with people and is a perfect addition to our team!

Sarah started her career in the beauty industry as a nail technician and makeup artist nearly 20 years ago. In 2018, she followed her passion for skincare and became a licensed esthetician. She is passionate about helping her clients feel their best and is known for leaving them relaxed, rejuvenated, and confident in their skin.

Sarah also offers buccal and lymphatic facial massage, bringing a holistic approach to facial care. These treatments focus on releasing facial tension, encouraging lymphatic flow, and enhancing natural contours for a refreshed, relaxed appearance. She takes time to educate each client on treatments and an at-home skincare routine tailored to their individual needs.

In her spare time, Sarah enjoys spending time with her family, working out, traveling, and hiking.

Rebecca has been a hard-working massage therapist for 4 years. She is versed in modalities such as Therapeutic, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, Ashiatsu, Bamboo, and Prenatal Massage.

She has a passion for customizing each session into a unique, personalized experience to enhance ROM, flexibility, and pain management while bringing overall stress levels down.

She strives to further her education in orthopedics and continues to dream big in hopes of one day opening a retreat of her own.

Maia is a 2017 graduate of the Connecticut Center of Massage Therapy. She specializes in many modalities, including Ashiatsu, Oncology, and Bamboo Massage. Her goals as a therapist are to reduce her clients’ pain and provide relaxation. Her clients often feel “an inch taller” after her sessions.

Maia is certified in Manual Lymphatic Drainage and is currently working on receiving a health science degree to become a nurse practitioner.

When she is not busy massaging or studying, you can find her painting abstract art or reading a good book.

Shante’s career in massage therapy began in 2019. Over the years, she has pursued additional training focused on trauma-informed massage, cupping, bamboo massage, massage for migraines, and more! Her favorite style has been described as intuitive deep tissue with intention and flow, but she loves exploring all massage techniques and approaches.

In her free time, she enjoys going on long walks with her boxer named Latte, reading, hiking, and attending metal concerts!

Emily is a licensed esthetician and cosmetologist with a genuine passion for skin health and women’s beauty. She graduated from Paul Mitchell the School of North Haven in 2019 and began her career at Del Soul Spa, where she grew from front desk receptionist to hands-on provider offering facials, body treatments, waxing, and lash services.

In 2025, she earned her cosmetology license from the International Institute of Cosmetology in Wethersfield and now practices cosmetology alongside her esthetics work.

Emily is known for her calm, welcoming approach and her dedication to helping clients feel relaxed, confident, and beautiful inside and out.

Katherine Maselli provides a variety of therapies tailored to your specific needs. Her training as a yoga teacher and athlete allows her to offer a unique experience tailored to each client’s personal health and wellness goals.

She enjoys running, hiking, and spending time with her two cats.

Andrea is a 2017 graduate of CCMT. Over the last 7 years, she’s focused on providing therapeutic massage, with training in Hot Stone, Prenatal, Craniosacral Therapy, and Reiki.

She prides herself on offering a safe space that allows clients to feel comfortable and at ease in their bodies and minds.

Outside of the spa, she enjoys reading, working out, sending memes to her friends, and spending time with her family and dogs.

Sam graduated from CCMT in 2010 and has worked in various spa settings since. Her love and passion for massage stem from wanting to help with pain management.

Since graduating, Sam has gained certifications in Hot Stone, Craniosacral, Reiki, and Prenatal Massage. She looks forward to learning more modalities and specializes in Deep Tissue and Sports Massage.

Casey graduated from the Connecticut Center of Massage Therapy in 2016 in hopes of helping people understand how their bodies connect from head to toe and helping people escape the stressors of life. She has worked in various spas, a chiropractic office, and has been an independent contractor for the past ten years.

Her favorite modalities to perform are what she calls eclectic because she loves performing deep tissue but enjoys adding tools and stretching to the session to promote wellness and relaxation. She also performs Swedish, cupping, and myofascial release, and enjoys finding and correcting the sources of discomfort to allow for the body to heal.

She is currently studying nursing in hopes of adding another tool to provide wellness for others. When she is not working or studying, she loves to powerlift, binge-watch Netflix, and annoy her teenage son.

Natalie graduated with honors from the American Institute of West Hartford, specializing in Deep Tissue, Swedish, Aromatherapy, Cupping, and Sports Massage. Natalie takes pride in her clients’ well-being, listening and paying attention to their aches and pains, and coming up with a treatment plan that best fits their unique needs. She believes calm and positive energy are vital parts of relaxation, as the sessions are just as much for your mind as they are for your body.

Natalie is a mother of 4 wonderful boys! Her hobbies include playing kickball, hosting game nights, and enjoying any summertime activities. The sunshine literally brings her happiness!

Natalie is a mother of 4 wonderful boys! Hobbies include playing kickball, hosting game nights and any summertime activities. The sunshine literally brings her happiness!

Kyla is a trained, licensed Massage Therapist with experience in a variety of modalities, including deep tissue, hot stone, aromatherapy, and more. She offers a wide range of pressure, from light to deep tissue, and carefully tailors each session to her client’s individual preferences.

A graduate of the Cortiva Institute, Kyla has immersed herself in the spa environment and is dedicated to providing a calm, relaxing, and safe atmosphere for every client. Her goal is for each client to leave feeling fully relaxed, with all focus areas thoughtfully addressed and cared for.

Building rapport and strong therapeutic relationships is a top priority for Kyla. She strives not only to help her clients feel better physically, but also to ensure they feel heard, understood, and supported throughout the intake process and the entire session.

Isabelle is a passionate massage therapist dedicated to creating a welcoming, comfortable space where every client feels cared for and understood. Specializing in Deep Tissue, Swedish, Prenatal, Cupping, and Hot Stone massage, she tailors each session to meet her clients’ individual needs and wellness goals.

Isabelle believes massage is a valuable way to nurture both body and mind, whether through relaxation, relieving muscle tension, improving mobility, or supporting the body’s natural healing processes. Her goal is to help every client feel restored, balanced, and their very best.

Outside of massage, Isabelle enjoys listening to music, collecting records, exploring the outdoors, and spending quality time with family. She looks forward to being part of your wellness journey!

Kurt has been dedicated to the healing arts since becoming a licensed massage therapist in 2003 in Seattle, WA. His work is rooted in a deep understanding of the body’s natural ability to heal and a therapeutic approach focused on optimizing posture, reducing pain, and enhancing mobility. Through individualized, targeted sessions, he assesses and realigns structural imbalances, releases tension, restores natural movement patterns, and supports injury recovery and performance goals. Drawing from a wide range of advanced modalities—including Structural Integration, myofascial deep tissue techniques, neuromuscular therapies, manual lymphatic drainage, visceral and pelvic floor support, intrinsic vocal technique massage, and complementary therapies such as cupping, aromatherapy, Thai bolus, and hot and cold stone massage—Kurt creates customized treatments designed to meet each client’s specific needs, often achieving noticeable same-day relief and reset.

At the heart of Kurt’s practice is an innate desire to help others feel happier, healthier, and more at ease in their bodies. He emphasizes client education and self-care to support lasting results and continued progress beyond the treatment room.

Now a Connecticut resident, Kurt enjoys gardening, boating, soap making, traveling, attending theater performances, and relaxing with a quiet game of cards—bringing the same warmth and presence to his personal life as he does to every session.